NCHSAA Handbook - Introduction
This official Handbook of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association, Inc. contains the Articles of
Incorporation, Bylaws, rules and regulations and general information of the Association.
The NCHSAA administers high school athletics pursuant to a memorandum of understanding with the State
Board of Education. Therefore, the contents of this Handbook are subject to change as necessary to account for
changes in the law and the decisions of the State Board of Education.
It is vital that each school administrator becomes very familiar with the contents of this book. It is also more
important than ever that each coach involved with high school athletics utilizes the Handbook. Much of the infor
mation necessary for coaches to run their programs effectively and efficiently is contained in the Handbook, so it is
vital that each coach have a copy of this publication, and also access the NCHSAA web site for certain updates.
Sometimes changes are made in regulations or policies after the book is published, and it is the responsibili
ty of member schools to make sure they are aware of the most current information.
A complete knowledge, understanding and conformity to minimum NCHSAA policies will assure every
member school that the interscholastic program is being conducted in a fair and equitable manner, and ensures
that the athletic program is of educational and lasting value.
Each NCHSAA member institution has a responsibility to educate student-athletes, coaches, and other
appropriate persons on state association legislation that could affect them. Furthermore, the member school should
monitor its compliance with state association rules and regulations. All member schools, administrators, coaches,
student-athletes and other representatives of member schools are deemed to know and understand all NCHSAA rules
and regulations. Ignorance of any rule or regulation is not considered to be sufficient cause for setting aside the effect
of any rule or regulation.
The HANDBOOK is published annually and copies are provided to superintendents, principals and athletic
directors of member schools. Additional copies are available at a cost of $10.00 per copy.
For the most up-to-date information on brackets in various sports, including conference playoff berths,
seeding priorities and qualifiers, consult the NCHSAA Website at www.nchsaa.org. Forms and other NCHSAA infor
mation is also available on the website.
Other Publications
NCHSAA Directory information for each member school is available through the NCHSAA Website under the
"For Schools" menu.
The NORTH CAROLINA HIGH SCHOOL RECORD BOOK is available online at http://www.nchsaa.org/re
cord-books.
September 1
Verify/Update School Information in DragonFly
September 6
Regional Meeting Registration
November 1
B.O.D. Agenda Items Due (Winter Meeting)
November 1
Hall of Fame Nominations Due
December 1
Payment of Membership Dues
April 1
B.O.D. Agenda Items Due (Spring Meeting)
Special Deadlines and Dates